Commercial Cookware Sets

This selection of cookware sets provides users with the option to choose between many popular materials to meet the needs of unique kitchens. The ability of pots and pans sets to withstand acidic foods, the weight of the cookware, and the material's durability can all affect which set is right for a specific commercial kitchen.

• For an affordable, lightweight option, many kitchens use aluminum cookware sets. Aluminum heats and cools quickly for even cooking. The softness of the material can lead to a shorter lifespan; it's also porous, which means it can trap and transfer flavors, so it's not the most suitable for preparing acidic foods.
• Stainless steel cookware sets are heavier, longer lasting, less porous, and resistant to denting and warping; they also tend to come at a higher price than aluminum.
• Cast iron cookware is more specialized, slow to heat, and requires more maintenance. It's a great choice for users looking for durability with high heat retention, and it works well for baking and blackening.
• Ceramic is a low maintenance material providing a nonstick surface, meaning less fat is required for cooking. These pans can have a shorter lifespan and aren't suitable for very high temperatures, which may damage the coating.

Whichever material is most suitable for a particular kitchen, commercial cookware sets are available with differing numbers and types of cookware pieces. Browse options including sets with and without pot lids, sets including accessories such as pan scrapers and handle mitts, and sets with specialty cookware such as griddles and grill pans. For versatility and creative freedom with cooking, many operators find that having cookware in a variety of materials is most desirable, so users may want to compare sets and evaluate which ones could be combined or paired with cookware already available in the kitchen.